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New
Introduction to Buddhism! The next session is scheduled for
Sunday, Apr 18 at the Temple at 1:00pm. This is
open to the public and great for those
interested in finding out more about our Jodo Shinshu sect of Buddhism.
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Update
Appeal for
Volunteers - the Temple's assigned
Casino
fundraiser is set for Mon, Mar 8th and Tues, Mar
9th. Thank you to those who have already signed up but
there are still vacant positions available.
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New
Thank you! To our Jan 17th Ho-onko guest speaker, Ikuta
Sensei, our James Sensei, and to all the people who helped with set up
and lunch following the service. What a wonderful way to start off
the New Year! |
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Feel great about raising funds while you
shop! The
Calgary Chapter of the Women's Federation have gift cards for sale:
Update
Starbucks,
Shopper's Drug Mart, Canadian Tire, Shell, and Esso (various denominations).
Email for more information. |
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Read the newest issue
of the Sangha
- our Temple
Newsletter |
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From Geisha to Diva: The
Kimono of Ichimaru - A
collection of 24 magnificent, rare kimonos and other personal effects
that once belonged to Ichimaru, a geisha turned popular singer and
entertainer in 20th Century Japan, will be on display at the Okotoks Art
Gallery from
January 8 - March 7, 2010.
More details |
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Highlights of trip to Japan - Our Calgary Temple is part of the Jodo
Shinshu Buddhist tradition centred at Hongwanji in Kyoto. In Oct '09,
our Sensei James traveled with several Sangha members to Japan in order
to meet Jodo Shinshu practitioners from different parts of the world and
to learn of our tradition's history and current practices.
The video link below shows some picture
highlights of that trip. There are also links to other Jodo Shinshu
videos featuring talks by the Gomonshu - the leader of our tradition
- and to other ceremonies at Hongwanji. Enjoy!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AzqhzPikQg4 |
Special Invitation to Thursday Afternoon Services
- James Sensei would
like to extend an invitation to all, especially to our senior members,
who would like to attend the temple during the day and still be able to
sleep-in Sunday mornings! |
Wisteria cell phone charm
and many new ojuzus/nenjus available for purchase! Merchandise |
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More
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Contact us at
info@calgary-buddhist.ab.ca
should you have any questions about
our religion or temple
activities.
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Address for the Calgary Buddhist Temple:
207 - 6th Street N.E.
Calgary, Alberta CANADA
T2E 3Y1 Telephone: 1-403-263-5723
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Meditate with the Sangha
Every Sunday morning, from 9:30 to
10:00am everyone is welcome to join in a short meditation
period as an opportunity for people to take a few moments to
calm the mind and reflect on their own personal journey in a
quiet environment. It is for both novice and experienced meditators. Basic guidance will be offered for those without any
previous experience.
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Word Power...
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Shotsuki-Hoyo
/ Shotsuki
Monthly memorial service in memory of people whose
anniversary of
death occurs during that month. Sho means "joyous," Tsuki
means "month," and Hoyo means "Dharma
essence."
Ho-onko
A Memorial Service for Shinran Shonin the
founder of the
Jodo Shinshu sect of Buddhism who passed away at noon on January 16,
1262. Ho-On means "gratitude" and Ko
means "to clarify the meaning." The memorial is observed in
mid-January. Calgary
recognized this day on Jan 17.
Jodo Shinshu
Branch of Pure Land Buddhism founded by
Shinran Shonin. Also know as Shin Buddhism.
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More
Terminology...
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Did you know? |
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That the Calgary Buddhist Temple was built in 1928 and it takes
over $10,000 a year to operate the building itself. The ongoing
operations of the building are made possible by your generous
donations.
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Important Upcoming Dates... |
Sunday,
Feb 7 - Meditation, Shotsuki/Regular
Service to remember those who passed away in the month of February
& Dharma School |

Thursday, Feb 11
- Afternoon Service @ 2:30pm;
Evening Service @ 7:30pm |

Sunday,
Feb 14 - Meditation,
Parinirvana
Service |
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Wednesday,
Feb 17 - Temple Board Meeting @
7pm |
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Thursday, Feb 18
- Afternoon Service @ 2:30pm;
Evening Service @ 7:30pm |
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Sunday, Feb 21
- Meditation, Regular Service, and
Dharma School |

Thursday, Feb 25
- Afternoon Service @ 2:30pm;
Evening Service @ 7:30pm |
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Sunday, Feb 28
- Meditation, Regular Service |
Thursday,
Mar 4
- Afternoon Service @ 2:30pm; Movie Night @ 7:30pm (Peace
in Every Step) |
Sunday,
March 7 - Meditation, Shotsuki/Regular
Service to remember those who passed away in the month of March
& Dharma School |
Monday
& Tuesday, March 8 & 9 - Casino Fundraiser |

Thursday, Mar 11
- Afternoon Service @ 2:30pm;
Evening Service @ 7:30pm |
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Sunday, Mar 14
- Meditation, Regular Service |
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Calendar for
more Temple activities |
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